Thank you to everyone who joined ILAQ for the 2023 Mullenjaiwakka (Lloyd McDermott) Oration. 

The Mullenjaiwakka (Lloyd McDermott) Oration, delivered by Tony McAvoy SC, took place on Wednesday, 2 August 2023, at the Banco Court, Queen Elizabeth II Courts of Law, 415 George Street, Brisbane.

Tony McAvoy SC, a Wirdi man and Australia’s first Indigenous Senior Counsel, presented the inaugural address at this event, which was hosted by the Honourable Helen Bowskill, Chief Justice of Queensland.  The Oration serves as an annual platform to educate the Queensland legal community about current legal issues affecting First Nations peoples, aiming to foster dialogue and raise awareness.

You can watch a recording of the 2023 Mullenjaiwakka (Lloyd McDermott) Oration here.

The Oration pays tribute to the memory of Mullenjaiwakka (Lloyd McDermott), Australia’s first Aboriginal barrister.  It acknowledges his achievements, commitment to providing opportunities for others, and resilience in the face of adversity.  The Oration aims to contribute to a more informed legal landscape in Queensland.

ILAQ extends our heartfelt thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting this year’s Mullenjaiwakka (Lloyd McDermott) Oration.